Scotts John North (FR 26N11) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access in California

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Scotts John North (FR 26N11) in CA

Lassen NF, Almanor Ranger District
5,697 ft17 mi from Chester
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

All 4.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 1,200 ft over 4.2 miles, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 15%.

Private here, with the nearest through road 1.0 miles off. Willow Creek runs 0.7 mi off. Humboldt Peak stands 1,387 ft above the site, 2.9 miles north.

Lassen National Forest, Almanor Ranger District: For more than 14 days per calendar year within a one-mile radius of any one undeveloped campsite.

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Lassen National Forest, Almanor Ranger District.

Check current orders

September normals 46–74°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Summit (FR 18N01) in CADispersed Camping50.6miSlide RD (FR 18N15) in CADispersed Camping51.3miCottage Creek Campground in CACampground51.3miBullards Adm Site (FR 0008-009) in CADispersed Camping51.5miMoonshine Firebreak (FR 5307-002) in CADispersed Camping52.2mi
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?